"When women get a zit, they often go at it with tons of concealer, but the less you use, the better you'll cover it," explains Mally Roncal. Ladies, this is how you stop seeing spots.

Step 1: Start with foundation

Step 1: Start with foundation

Even if you don't wear foundation every day, when you have a major blemish, it's best to use it all over to even things out. It'll make it easier to camouflage the zit, and it helps concealer last. Then pick a cream concealer that matches your skin color. (If it's too light, it will show.)

Step 2: Dab concealer only on the pimple, not all around it

Step 2: Dab concealer only on the pimple, not all around it

A brush with a tiny, narrow head will give you precise coverage; I use a lip brush. Swipe concealer on the back of your hand, dip your brush in, then dot the makeup on the spot in one to two thin layers.